Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 203 published reports.
Starlink Launch Set for Sunday Amidst Close Orbital Encounters
SpaceX's Starlink launch from Vandenberg is scheduled for today, while several close satellite encounters are monitored.
Starlink Expands as SpaceX Achieves 14th Successful Launch
SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 27 Starlink satellites, expanding its constellation to 9,806 active units.
Zhuque-3 Rocket's Successful Landing Marks Milestone for China's Space Ambitions
China's Zhuque-3 rocket lands successfully on its second flight, advancing China's reusable launch technology. Close satellite approaches monitored.
SpaceX Starship's Epic Flight 13 and Chang'e-6 Lunar Discoveries
SpaceX's Starship completes Flight 13, while Chang'e-6 samples offer insights into the Moon's far side.
This Week in Orbit: 10 August 2026
This week saw significant developments in the space sector, notably the failure of a Chinese Long March 7A rocket. This incident, reported by SpacePolicyOnline, adds to the challenges faced by China's space programme in maintaining its launch schedule.
OneWeb Gen 2: The Next Broadband Constellation
OneWeb Gen 2 represents the next phase in OneWeb's ambitious plan to provide global broadband internet access. Building on the foundation of its initial constellation, OneWeb aims to deploy a second-generation network with enhanced capabilities.
NASA Awards Launch for StarBurst Gamma-Ray Detector
NASA has awarded launch services for the StarBurst Gamma-Ray Detector, a significant step for gamma-ray astronomy. Starlink satellites continue to experience close approaches.
SpaceX Prepares for NRO Launch Amidst Satellite Close Calls
SpaceX prepares for a classified NRO launch as several satellites experience close approaches in orbit.
Mauritius Joins Artemis Accords; Starlink Orbit Adjustments
Mauritius becomes the 70th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, while Starlink satellites undergo significant orbital adjustments.
ISS Crew Takes Shelter Amid Russian Segment Leak
ISS crew members took shelter following an air leak in the Russian segment. Blue Origin remains focused on future missions despite New Glenn anomaly.
Japan's H3 Rocket to Return with New Configuration
Japan's H3 rocket is set to return to flight with its lightest configuration, marking a significant step for JAXA's launch capabilities.
New Horizons Awakens as Skyroot Readies for Launch
NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has awakened from its longest hibernation, while Skyroot plans its first orbital launch. Satellite refueling advances.